Owners of recreational vehicles commonly known as “dirt bikes” or “ATV’s” should be aware of the Town of Billerica By-Laws in place that restrict their usage in town.  In addition, MA General Law Chapter 90B also regulates their use.  Lack of awareness or knowledge shall not be defenses in an action filed pursuant to these by-laws or Chapter 90B.

Town of Billerica By-Laws Section 12

• 12.1 The use of two, three or four wheel recreational motor vehicles, as partly defined in
  MGL Chapter 90B, Section 20, more commonly known as “Dirt Bikes” or “ATV‟s” is
  hereby prohibited on any land in the Town except that land for which an operator of said
  vehicle(s) has on their person written permission from the owner or lessee of said land.
• 12.2 No such permitted use of private property by an operator of a vehicle shall occur
  between nine o’clock post meridian (9:00 pm) and ten o’clock ante meridian (10:00 am)
• 12.3 Any person or owner of land found to be in violation of this By-Law shall pay a fine
  of one hundred ($100.00) dollars per violation. Each day that such violation continues
  shall constitute a separate offense.
• 12.4 This By-Law may be enforced by a non-criminal disposition. The Billerica Police
  Department or any other law enforcement agency shall be the enforcing agents for the
  Town.

State Laws MGL Chapter 90B

• All riders under 18 must complete an OHV Safety and Responsibility Course approved by the Boat and Recreation Vehicle Safety Bureau. This course is made up of two different parts: an online safety course offered by an approved provider and an in-person, two-hour course which covers Massachusetts-specific laws and regulations. If the rider is under 16, a parent or guardian must accompany the child to the in-person session. Individuals must carry their course completion certificate with them at all times when riding on public or private property.
• All ATV’s operated in Massachusetts on public/private land must be registered with the Massachusetts Environmental Police and have affixed registration decal.
• All violations of Massachusetts ATV laws are subject to arrest and/or civil fines.
• General Laws https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleXIV/Chapter90B